PLAYA VENICE SUNRISE 2025 - 26 Newsletter Vol 34 (Feb. 16, 2026)

⭐️ January Rotarian of the Month ⭐️

It's always fun and exciting to see the faces
of those present when we begin to announce
the qualities of the selected Rotarian of the
Month – the curious glances and the quiet
guesses around the room. This past
Wednesday was no different.

Congratulations to Debbie for her outstanding
service, her consistency, and her commitment
to our club and its projects. We are grateful
for all you do and proud to celebrate you!

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Brady Connell - His Journey
To District Governor 👨‍⚖️

It was an inspiring opportunity to hear Brady
share the story of his journey to District
Governor and the experience that shaped
his path to leadership.

Brady began by sharing that his decision to
pursue the role of District Governor grew from
a desire to expand Rotary's impact – locally,
across the district, and globally. A visit to Rotary
International World Headquarters and the Zone
Institute in San Diego, where he connected with
district leaders from across the country, inspired
him to apply for District Governor of
Rotary District 5280.

After an intense interview process and two
years of training, he will officially take office
on July 1, 2026, for the 2026-2027
Rotary year.

Since joining PVSR in 2016, Brady has immersed himself in leadership and service at the club,
district, and zone levels. RYLA was just one of
the many impactful events that deepened his connection to Rotary – along with active
participation in district gatherings, education
trainings, and his first International Convention
– all helping prepare him for his next chapter.
He closed with his guiding motto:
"Have Fun & Get It Done."

Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary is honored to be
Brady's home club. We are excited and prepared
to support him through his governorship!

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📸 Wednesday Captures 📸

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Rotarians Around Town

Valentine Celebration

Several of our Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary
Club members gathered at Cantalini’s to
celebrate Valentine’s Day in true Rotary
style — with great food, even better
company, and plenty of love
to go around!

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Events Coming Up

Protectors' Appreciation Week
February 23rd - 27th

Every year the LAX Coastal Chamber plans an
event to celebrate the men and women who
protect our community day after day. This year
Protectors Appreciation Week is February 23 – February 27. PVSR is proud to sponsor and participate with the Chamber on this
special event!

🔗 laxcoastal.com/event/protectors-appreciation/

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Interact Youth Conference
February 28th

📍 Inglewood High School

⏰ 9 AM - 2 PM

High school Interactors will enjoy a full day
focused on leadership and personal growth,
featuring interactive workshops, guest speakers,
a hands-on service project, and sessions on
college admissions, resumes, financial literacy,
and life after Interact.

Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary is excited to
sponsor two students from Venice High
School attending this Conference.

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Rock Roll & Run
March 7th

📍 Loyola Marymount University

⏰ 8 AM

Rock, Roll & Run is a lively community fun run
for students and adults from 25 local schools,
giving participants the chance to raise funds
for their schools through pledges.

Playa Venice Sunrise Rotary is proud to sponsor
the event and serve a free Pancake Breakfast
for all attendees.

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St. Anastasia Parish Ball
March 7th

📍 Westin Los Angeles
5400 W. Century Blvd.

⏰ 6 PM - 12 PM

Vickie Farmer, a valued member of our club
and a dedicated leader in our community, is
pleased to share this announcement in support
of their upcoming St. Anastasia Parish Ball.

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🍀 BINGOFEST 🍀
March 14th

📍 Visitation School Westchester

⏰ 5:30 PM - 10 PM

RSVP by March 7th

It's time for the 15th ANNUAL PVSR
"LUCK O' THE IRISH BINGOFEST"!

Admission includes:
- Dinner - Entertainment (Live Irish music) -
Cash Door Prizes - 10 Bingo Games with Final
card $500 blackout

Dress up in your Fun and Fabulous St. Paddy's
Day attire and get ready to have a lot of fun
raising money while playing Bingo with your
friends and community!

A PVSR Charitable Rotary Project.
Come Join the Fun!

*REGISTER EARLY, this is a POPULAR EVENT*
🔗 https://playavenice.org/event/bingofest-7/
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Mar Vista Family Center
Luncheon & Silent Auction
May 14th

📍 Skirball Cultural Center
2701 N Sepulveda Blvd.

⏰ 11 AM